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Ethan Slater landing the role of Boq in 'Wicked' has an element of magic to it
Read full article: Ethan Slater landing the role of Boq in 'Wicked' has an element of magic to itEthan Slater, best known for his Tony-nominated starring role in Broadway's “SpongeBob SquarePants” brings his talent to the big screen in the musical adaptation of “Wicked," out Nov. 22.
These new options at Universal Orlando are sure to be popular among ‘Wicked’ fans
Read full article: These new options at Universal Orlando are sure to be popular among ‘Wicked’ fansJust in time for Halloween, and roughly a month before its cinematic release, some “Wicked” experiences are set to drop in at Universal Orlando Reso
When others ran from the musical, Jon M. Chu and 'Wicked' embraced it
Read full article: When others ran from the musical, Jon M. Chu and 'Wicked' embraced it“Musical” has been a dirty word in marketing some recent song-and-dance studio films, but there’s no avoiding it in bringing “Wicked” to the big screen.
The ‘Wicked’ trailer is here and it’s even more magical than anticipated
Read full article: The ‘Wicked’ trailer is here and it’s even more magical than anticipatedMy fellow Ozians, the moment we’ve been waiting for it finally here. The first theatrical trailer for part one of the “Wicked” movie was released Wednesday afternoon, and it is nothing short of magical.
Thank goodness for these sneak peaks of the ‘Wicked’ movie
Read full article: Thank goodness for these sneak peaks of the ‘Wicked’ movieWe’re not getting part one of the highly anticipated “Wicked” movie until November of 2024, so I will take any kind of sneak peak or update on the filming, even if that includes behind-the-scenes videos and photos.
Chenoweth, Miranda, Rivera and more to celebrate Broadway
Read full article: Chenoweth, Miranda, Rivera and more to celebrate BroadwayMany of Broadway’s biggest lights — including Kristin Chenoweth, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Chita Rivera and Idina Menzel — will make appearances at Sunday’s TV celebration of Broadway’s return.
Cheers greet the reopening of three mega-hit Broadway shows
Read full article: Cheers greet the reopening of three mega-hit Broadway showsKristin Chenoweth, Julie Taymor and Lin-Manuel Miranda welcomed back boisterous audiences to “Wicked,” “The Lion King” and “Hamilton” for the first time since the start of the pandemic, marking Tuesday as the unofficial return of Broadway.
Director Stephen Daldry exits 'Wicked' film adaptation
Read full article: Director Stephen Daldry exits 'Wicked' film adaptationThe long-gestating film adaptation of the Broadway hit “Wicked” has hit another snag. Director Stephen Daldry is exiting the project, a studio representative confirmed Tuesday. The “Billy Elliot” director has been associated with the adaptation for years, going back as far as 2012. Writer Winnie Holzman, who wrote the musical, wrote the script with “Wicked” composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz. At one point, the film was supposed to hit theaters in Dec. 2019.
‘Hamilton,’ ‘Wicked’ set to return to Orlando
Read full article: ‘Hamilton,’ ‘Wicked’ set to return to OrlandoThe Dr. Phillips Center is celebrating its completion by bringing back two popular musicals with “Hamilton” and “Wicked.”The shows will be included in the performing arts center’s 2020-2021 season that has been expanded to 14 weeks. Broadway subscribers can renew their packages online starting Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. or by phone starting Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. by calling 800-448-6322. Renewing subscribers can add “Hamilton” to their subscriptions, while “Wicked” will be a season add-on. The full season lineup will be announced on Feb. 20. There is a waitlist to become a Dr. Phillips Broadway subscriber.